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Wellness CuratedWhat If You’ve Been Meditating Wrong? Insights from 3 Ancient CulturesYou wake up anxious. Your mind races. The to-do list grows longer, and even when you sit to meditate, stillness feels impossible.Sound familiar? You might not be meditating “wrong” — just not in the way your body truly needs.In this episode of Cultivating Inner Peace, host Anshu Bahanda speaks with Yirser Ra Hotep — a master of Kemetic meditation, Tai Chi, and Qigong — as he reveals how ancient wisdom from Egypt, China, and India offers a very different take on what meditation really is.Together, they explore how movement, breath, posture, and awareness are seamle...2025-05-0137 min
Wellness CuratedThe Essence of Happiness in Upadesa SaramJoin Anshu Bahanda as she discusses the Upadesa Saram with Michael James, who has dedicated over twenty years to studying under Sri Ramana Maharishi at his ashram. Michael's insights reveal how self-inquiry can lead to profound happiness.Today’s relentless quest for quick fixes often leaves us feeling empty. Upadesa Saram cuts through this noise, guiding us towards peace through the power of inner reflection and stillness. Michael illustrates how these timeless teachings help us cope with modern stresses and personal challenges.Learn how adopting a more introspective approach can transform our lives, offering a de...2025-04-1732 min
Wellness CuratedApplying Tao Te Ching to Today's Quest for BalanceJoin Anshu Bahanda as she sits with Master Gu, a Taoist practitioner from the Wudang Mountains, to uncover the enduring wisdom of the Tao Te Ching. Authored by the ancient philosopher Lao Tzu, this scripture teaches profound lessons on balance and flexibility, illustrated through the powerful metaphor of water overcoming stone. Lao Tzu himself, before penning this timeless work, was implored by a gatekeeper at the edge of the city to record his wisdom, leading to the creation of these 81 verses as he prepared to retreat into a life of solitude.Master Gu shares how these teachings...2025-04-0336 min
Wellness CuratedThe Agamas of Jainism: Lessons That Still MatterWhat if the key to understanding life’s biggest questions had been passed down for centuries—but nearly disappeared along the way?In this episode of Wellness Curated, host Anshu Bahanda sits down with Manish Modi, a custodian of Jain literature and the great-grandson of Pandit Nathuram Premji, a pioneer in Jain publishing and social reform. Manish continues this legacy through Hindi Granth Ratnakar Karyalay, a prestigious publishing house founded in 1912. His passion for preserving and sharing Jain teachings has led him to translate, publish, and lecture extensively on the subject.But these texts weren’t simp...2025-02-0636 min
Wellness CuratedModern Mystics and the Power of TarotWhat if a deck of cards could guide you through life’s most pressing questions? In this episode of Wellness Curated, Anshu Bahanda is joined by Tarot expert Alice Mastroleo and holistic coach Manya Upadhyay to highlight the surprising ways Tarot can bring clarity and purpose.Tarot has been a trusted tool for centuries—whether helping someone rebuild their life after a setback or offering unexpected glimpses into what lies ahead. Alice and Manya share intriguing moments from their own experiences, like how a single card gave someone the courage to launch a business they never thought poss...2025-01-2337 min
Wellness CuratedFeng Shui for a better life: Finding harmony in your spaceCan the energy in your home influence your health, relationships, or even your success? In this episode of Wellness Curated, Anshu Bahanda sits down with Master Edgar Lok Tin Yung, a 39th-generation Feng Shui master, and Marianne Gordon, a certified Feng Shui consultant, to discuss the ancient practice of Feng Shui and its relevance today.You’ll hear fascinating insights about how the placement of a door, the direction of a bed, or even the flow of air and light can create shifts in your life. From improving well-being to helping with challenges like fertility and stress, Fe...2025-01-0939 min
Wellness CuratedThe Force of Geomancy: How the Earth Reveals Our DestinyImagine this: ancient traditions that can read the secrets of the earth, offering glimpses into the unseen forces shaping our lives. In this episode of Wellness Curated, Anshu Bahanda sits down with Dr Ayodeji Ogunnaike, a scholar who’s spent years studying African and Afro-diasporic religions, to talk about geomancy—a mystical practice that feels like it’s straight out of another world.Dr Ogunnaike shares stories that will leave you in awe, like diviners who can predict someone’s destiny without being told a thing, or how these age-old practices reveal cosmic patterns that guide us in ways...2024-12-2636 min
Wellness CuratedI Ching in a changing world: 3,000 years of wisdomCan a 3,000-year-old book still make sense in today’s world? In this episode of Wellness Curated, host Anshu Bahanda explores the fascinating world of the I Ching, also called the Book of Changes. Joining her are Erik Schön, author of The Art of Change, and Sandra Constantine, a Chinese metaphysics expert, who shares how this ancient text offers guidance for life’s ups and downs.Erik explains how the I Ching’s wisdom helps us rethink the idea of change—not as something to fear but as a natural part of life. Sandra connects the dots betw...2024-12-1233 min
Wellness CuratedThe Mystical Side of Kabbalah: Finding Connection and BalanceIn this engaging episode of Wellness Curated, host Anshu Bahanda takes us on a journey into the world of Jewish mysticism, focusing on the Kabbalah. With special guests Dr Hyman Shipper, a neurologist fascinated by the link between science and ancient wisdom, and Gahl Eden Sasson, an author who combines Kabbalah, astrology, and psychology, the discussion offers an intriguing look into a tradition often shrouded in mystery.The episode sheds light on Kabbalistic concepts that go beyond religion, touching on how they can enrich our understanding of life and well-being. Dr Shipper shares fascinating insights into the...2024-11-2835 min
Wellness CuratedThe Cosmic Connection: Aligning with astrology for personal growth and healingIn this insightful episode of Wellness Curated, host Anshu Bahanda expertly navigates the complex and often misunderstood world of astrology, drawing upon the expertise of Liz Norman and Dr. Sundeep Kochar to bridge the gap between Western and Vedic traditions. The episode reveals astrology as a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth.Liz Norman, a highly respected Western astrologer, illuminates the tropical zodiac's connection to the natural rhythms of the earth. She unpacks how understanding planetary movements can provide invaluable clarity, offering a roadmap through life's inevitable challenges and uncertainties. It's not about passively accepting fate, b...2024-11-1436 min
Wellness CuratedThe Power of Shamanic Healing: Stories from the AncientsIn this episode of Wellness Curated, host Anshu Bahanda sits down with two remarkable shamanic practitioners, Kuauhtli Vasquez and Julie Kramer, for an insightful conversation about the ancient art of shamanic healing. Kuauhtli, a peyote shaman deeply rooted in Mexican traditions, shares his experiences using ceremonies and rituals to help people heal, move energy, and connect with the natural world. He explains how plants like peyote play a vital role in supporting mental and emotional well-being, particularly when it comes to overcoming trauma.Julie, who has been practising shamanism since 2000, introduces the practice of soul retrieval, where...2024-10-3134 min
Wellness CuratedWellness with TCM: Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, and Balancing Yin & YangIn this episode of Wellness Curated, Anshu Bahanda talks with Darren Rose and Jasmine Modi, two experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) experts. Darren, based in the UK, and Jasmine, practising for over 27 years in India, share how TCM can help with everything from stress and fertility to pain and overall balance.They open up about their personal experiences with TCM, explaining key concepts like Yin, Yang, and Chi. The conversation shows how these ancient practices still work today, offering natural ways to improve health without the side effects of modern treatments.If you're interested in...2024-10-1737 min